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NHTSA·Commercial vehicles·April 9, 2026

International Motors recalls 2022–2027 IC Bus EVSB school buses because a safety switch may not shut off battery power

The high voltage disconnect switch may fail to cut power to the battery, so someone working on the bus could unknowingly touch a live battery and risk injury or death from electrical shock.

What to do

Dealers will repair the high voltage disconnect connector bypass circuit for free. Owners can call International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825 and mention recall number 26505.

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Recall details

Product
IC Bus Evsb 2022–2027
Company
International Motors, LLC
Hazard
Switch failure may lead to unintentionally working on an energized high voltage battery, increasing the risk of injury or death by electrical shock.
Units
1,896 vehicles
Owner notification
May 4, 2026
Reported to NHTSA
April 9, 2026
Identifiers
  • NHTSA campaign number: 26V226000
  • Manufacturer campaign number: 26505
  • Model years: 2022–2027

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Official notice

The notice's own wording from NHTSA.

Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS
Defect
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2022-2027 IC Bus EVSB school buses. The high voltage disconnect switch may fail to shut off power to the battery.
Consequence
Switch failure may lead to unintentionally working on an energized high voltage battery, increasing the risk of injury or death by electrical shock.
Corrective action
Dealers will repair the high voltage disconnect connector bypass circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 4, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26505. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 1, 2026.

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